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Solution to 'Nomad' cattle welcomed

Sinn Féin
Agriculture spokesperson Oliver McMullan has welcomed the new labeling system
that will allow for cattle to be traded across the island of Ireland without
occurring a penalty.

Mr McMullan
said,

‘The
problem arose when cattle reared in the South were brought North for slaughter
incurred a penalty of £150 due to labeling issues. These cattle became
known as ‘nomad’ and created problems for farming markets and farmers alike.

“I welcome the
introduction of new labeling that will allow the transfer of cattle across
Ireland without occurring a penalty.

“This new
labeling is due to the hard work of the Minister Michelle O’Neill, our MEPs and Sinn Féin
TD Martin Ferris who rallied the farmers, retailers and processors to come up
with practical solution.

“All-Ireland
farm markets have always been in existence for generations and this new labeling
will allow us to return to that position where farmers can deal on an equal
basis for cattle.

“Irish beef is
renowned across the world for its quality and this new labeling while allowing
the free movement of cattle will also maintain the traceability and quality of
our livestock.” ENDS/CRÍOCH